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Burns' Inning Cap Changes Fantasy Outlook | Cincinnati Reds News
Chase Burns is getting a strict innings cap from the Reds after his next start—meaning he’ll be piggybacked by Brandon Williamson for all future outings. The move protects his health while leveraging his elite form: a 2.79 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, and 171 Ks in 145 innings this season. His fastball (upper 90s with cut) and slider make him an ace in just his first full MLB year. With the Reds out of contention, this is smart long-term planning—and fantasy managers need to adjust: Burns is a must-start for his full Monday outing, but beyond that, watch pitch counts closely; anything under 75 could turn…
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